Abstract
Aim: To improve sexual health of homeless adults at St Mungo’s Broadway hostels through
establishing a Nurse–led service at three hostels in north London.
Mixed Methodology utilised epidemiological data, questionnaires, qualitative interviews with
hostel service users and staff. Primary outcome was number of women starting contraception and
number of men and women screened for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs).
Findings/Results: Residents utilised clinics, STIs and Blood Borne Viruses (BBVs) were diagnosed
and managed. Contraception was initiated and vaccination programmes instigated. Three main
themes emerged: risk related to sexual health, domestic violence and service use issues.
Conclusion: Residents in homeless hostels are at increased risk of STIs, unplanned pregnancy and
BBVs. On-site services are acceptable and effective.
Original language | English |
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Number of pages | 0 |
Journal | Nursing times |
Volume | 0 |
Issue number | 0 |
Publication status | Published - 16 Apr 2018 |